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Many of us are gearing up for summer by decorating our yards and patios. Solar lights are a great addition to add curb appeal to your lawn. Rather than dealing with the difficult setup of regular lights using extension cords or additional wiring, solar lights are charged by the sun during the day, making them a hassle-free alternative. As long as the solar light is placed where it can receive adequate sunlight during the day, the battery will keep it running throughout the night. Solar light

Pennsylvanians have the privilege to forget the steep energy rates of the past and choose their own energy providers to access the financial and customer satisfaction benefits that coincide with deregulation. A Brief History of Pennsylvania’s Energy Deregulation Pennsylvania revolutionized its electric market to give its residents the freedom to choose the provider that best suits their energy needs and protects their interests. On average, Pennsylvanians were paying an astounding

More cities and companies are working towards and committing to clean energy than ever. However, the ‘trendy’ transition is not an easy one for both companies and residents and not happening fast enough. Clean energy vs. renewable energy It’s necessary to clarify the difference between clean energy and renewable energy. The two terms are often tossed around interchangeably. Clean energy is a broader term and its definition is variable depending on what one views as ‘cle

Revenue in the US Smart Home market amounts to $27.7B in 2019 and is projected to reach almost $40B by 2022. The market is becoming more competitive as more companies step into the industry. Here’s a quick introduction to the technologies currently in the market. What is a smart home? A smart home refers to a home in which its devices and appliances are able to communicate with one another. In addition, the homeowner usually has the ability to control the

While deregulated energy markets now exist in several states across the country, electricity deregulation in the US is still an arduous process. What is Energy Deregulation? Energy deregulation is a term that describes the removal of government controls over the electricity market. Instead of vesting all regional power into a sole utility company responsible for generating, transmitting, and delivering electricity, the government has allowed companies to purchase e

If you live in a deregulated energy market, knowing when and how to choose your electricity provider could save you hundreds on your annual costs. Choosing your energy provider is one of the most effective ways to lower your electricity costs. Thankfully, it's easier than you might think. It usually comes down to entering your ZIP code and selecting the plan that’s best for you. Whether you’re trying to lower your electric bill or are simply dissatisfied with your electricity plan

South Australia, the Australian state that relies heavily on wind energy to supply the power grid, faced a number of blackouts following variations in wind speed that makes energy generation inconsistent. Grid operators said that having a 100-megawatt battery could store enough energy to alleviate most of the problems with inconsistent energy generation rates.

Solar and wind energy is becoming less and less expensive and more and more states are demanding to be powered by renewable energy. California, a leader in renewable energy usage, has a goal of operating on 33% renewable energy by 202

Ice creams are melting, air conditioners are running, and electricity bills are soaring. Last Friday was Texas' hottest day in July and it almost broke the electricity grid. The state nearly broke the record of energy use on Thursday as people continue to blast air conditioning in their homes and offices in an effort to beat the heat. And that means people have electricity bill